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The Groundscraper: A Building Typology to Decentralize Cities

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478 Badaevskiy Brewery / Herzog & de Meuron. Image © Herzog & de Meuron A groundscraper is essentially the opposite of a skyscraper - a large building that sprawls outward horizontally instead of soaring vertically into the sky. Though no strict definition exists, groundscrapers are generally described as extremely long but low-rise buildings with over 1 million square feet of space, sometimes called sidescrapers or landscrapers.

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Zaha Hadid Architects updates progress on Navi Mumbai Airport delivery

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Work is progressing on the Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) design for the Navi Mumbai International Airport in India six years after construction began on the $2.1 billion project, which is the firm’s second ongoing aviation project with the Western Sydney International Airport outside Australia’s largest city. ZHA says construction is now 60% complete and on track for passenger operations to begin in 2025.

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How Architects Add AI to Their Digital Toolbox

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The Phoenix will be built at about half the cost, time, and carbon footprint of a typical multi-family building in the San Francisco Bay Area. Image Courtesy of Autodesk At the turn of the century, architects embraced 3D parametric modeling through building information modeling (BIM), and in the last 10 years connected BIM to the cloud to improve coordination and productivity.

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Meteorite by Sotamaa

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Meteorite Challenging Conventional Notions of Living The Meteorite project defies expectations with its significant impact despite its small size. Our primary objective was to explore the use of sensation and experience to challenge conventional notions of residential living. We aimed to showcase the possibilities of wood and digital design and fabrication techniques.

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Revolutionize Concrete Durability with Kryton’s Integral Waterproofing Solutions

Kryton International leads the way in integral waterproofing solutions for concrete, helping architects, engineers, and developers protect their projects from moisture-related damage. With Kryton's Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) technology, concrete becomes inherently waterproof, extending the lifespan of structures while minimizing maintenance. This proven technology is trusted worldwide for its ability to self-seal micro-cracks, protect against water ingress, and withstand harsh conditions.

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Apartment Rungestrasse / FAR frohn&rojas

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Completed in 2024 in Berlin, Germany. Images by Tobias Wootton. Transforming part of a former office building from the early 1930s into an apartment we were confronted with the challenge to maintain the.

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Houses in Peru: 5 Projects That Use Cement Blocks in Their Construction

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Textile House / Ghezzi Novak. Image © Iván Salinero Beyond being a prefabricated material currently produced in large quantities, the use of concrete blocks in architecture continues to evolve to meet the demands and needs of contemporary societies that are constantly changing. Whether in interior or exterior spaces, their use can align with concepts of circular economy , resource efficiency, sustainability , and more, with the goal of creating habitable spaces while also understanding their con

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Todot Architects design mountainside home with beautiful views of the South Korean landscape

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The site is located on the mountainside with a view of the ridge in the distance, and the mountain terrain in the front with the sun behind. The post Todot Architects design mountainside home with beautiful views of the South Korean landscape appeared first on Åvontuura.

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Rebuilding with 3D Printing: For Everyday.Life Designs Community-Focused Homes for ICON's Initiative99 Competition

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Housing Salinas - For Everyday.Life. Image Courtesy of For Everyday.Life United Kingdom-based office For Everyday.Life (FEL) is one of the three selected winners for the Open Category of ICON’s Initiative 99 , an open competition aiming to promote affordable home designs that can be built for under $99,000 employing ICON ’s 3D printing technologies.

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JINS Hikone Store by Tadashi Hirai Design Studio

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JINS Hikone Store(eyewear shop) This store was planned as a new model for a community-based roadside store for eyewear brands. The site faces the main road along the shores of Lake Biwa, giving it an overwhelming sense of scale, and is located in a corner of the parking lot of a large commercial facility. The site is positioned as a large park overlooking the Lake, which is called "Mother Lake" by residents and is the largest in Japan with a long history and whose existence is deep

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Overcoming Challenges in Specification Writing for Architecture

This ebook is a helpful guide for architects & specification writers, focusing on the crucial role specifications play in building design. It dives into different types, relevant regulations, & best practices to keep in mind. You’ll find practical tips.

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Gustav Düsing Transforms 1970s Printing Facility into Educational Hub in Siegen, Germany

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Courtesy of FAKT + Gustav Düsing Gustav Düsing and FAKT have just won the competition to design an adaptive reuse project in Siegen , Germany. Following Gustav Düsing’s recent win of the EU Mies Award 2024 , the NAS project was developed through a comprehensive participatory process involving students, faculty, staff, and community members. The New Architecture School (NAS) is an adaptive reuse proposal transforming the former printing facility into a new type of central campus.

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Commonbond Architects self-builds Gardenhide Studio using hempcrete and timber

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London practice Commonbond Architects has designed and built its own studio at the end of a garden in Abbey Wood using a combination of hempcrete and timber. Named Gardenhide Studio, the workspace in southeast London is intended to showcase the potential of hempcrete – a bio-composite material made from hemp and lime – as a building material. Commonbond Architects has self-built Gardenhide Studio In addition to hempcrete, Commonbond Architects used reclaimed materials and a timber frame to creat

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Villa Qabalah / Studio Locomotive

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Completed in 2022 in Tambon Choeng Thale, Thailand. Images by Beer Singnoi. Tree O'clock opens to the public as a micro mixed-use space, integrating a restaurant and bar, gallery, workshop, health studio, and juristic office.

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wu-tang clan’s legendary one-copy album loaned to MONA museum for first public debut

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the only existing copy of the wu-tang clan album will not be released until the year 2103, but will be played publicly at MONA in australia. The post wu-tang clan’s legendary one-copy album loaned to MONA museum for first public debut appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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The Lana and The Lana Residences, / Foster + Partners

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© Nigel Young architects: Foster + Partners Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Nigel Young Photographs: AHMED ALNAJI Read more »

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low-tech industrial beach house with infinity pool overlooks ostional beach in costa rica

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k10 studio chooses minimalistic industrial raw finishes, featuring concrete, steel, and teak wood, to create a striking contrast with the surrounding nature. The post low-tech industrial beach house with infinity pool overlooks ostional beach in costa rica appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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PONG Building / CALQ + Bond Society

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Completed in 2024 in Paris, France. Images by 11h45. 42, rue Cambronne, in the 15th arrondissement of Paris, the transformation of the building constructed in the early 1970s by architect Marcel Roux to.

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Fran Silvestre Arquitectos completes Compluvium House that references to ancient Roman domus

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Valencia-based architecture practice Fran Silvestre Arquitectos has completed a villa that takes references from the ancient Greeks, Etruscans and Romans&#Öü; domus - known as a type of town house occupied by the upper classes or wealthy people. Named Compluvium House, the ho.

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Architectural Visualization Trends and the Rise of AI

A new industry study conducted by Architizer on behalf of Chaos Enscape surveyed 2,139 design professionals to understand the state of architectural visualization and what to expect in the near future. We asked: How are visualizations produced in your firm? What impact does real-time rendering have? What approach are you taking toward the rise of AI?

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Hearth House / Kastler Skjeseth Architects

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© Max Creasy, Erlend Skjeseth architects: Kastler Skjeseth Architects Location: Helgeroa, Norway Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Max Creasy, Erlend Skjeseth Area: 100.

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stone walls and palm-thatched palapas blend tate house into the oaxacan landscape

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the layout by materia + gustavo carmona prioritizes outdoor areas, establishing pathways and zones for contemplation. The post stone walls and palm-thatched palapas blend tate house into the oaxacan landscape appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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A Bathtub and Sink in a Single Sculptural Element: Antonio Citterio's Vision for a Nature Retreat

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Courtesy of AXOR Italian architect and designer Antonio Citterio is renowned for creating spaces that transport individuals to a mood as much as a physical place. He’s a designer of sets and a storyteller as well as a creator of objects. As he says: “I always imagine the product in a movie set, an ambiance where people interact with the product and the space.

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Inuce designs Mountain Church of Julong as "more than just a place of worship"

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Architecture studio Inuce has created a church in the town of Julong near Quanzhou, China, which evokes the form of a biblical ark resting on a rock. Located at the foot of a mountain surrounded by forest and with views across the town, the Mountain Church of Julong references both the form and representation of an ark. Inuce has created the Mountain Church of Julong "Biblical archetypes were fundamental in our design process," Inuce founder Dirk U Moench told Dezeen.

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From Plan to Reality: Unlocking the Power of Aerial Imagery for AEC

Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to

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“q” Center — Shanghai Langxia Activity Center for Villagers / Atelier tf + ppas

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© Shen Qiang architects: Atelier tf architects: ppas Location: Langxia Town, Jinshan District, Shanghai, China Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Shen Qiang Area: 1511.

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Torii bench by Ultramar Studio

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Dezeen Showroom: made of wood and brass , the Torii bench by London-based furniture maker Ultramar Studio has a sculptural shape based on Japanese torii gates. The Torii bench features a striking combination of curved and straight cylindrical wooden components, which together evoke the shape of the traditional gates that stand in front of Shinto shrines.

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Osonnia Apartment / Makhno Studio

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Courtesy of Makhno Studio architects: Makhno Studio Location: Kyiv, Ukraine Project Year: 2022 Photographs: Courtesy of Makhno Studio Area: 84.

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Palau Fugit Hotel by EL EQUIPO CREATIVO | Hotel interiors

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<p>El Equipo Creativo used the ‘two Gironas’ as their creative starting point. The first is the Barri Vell; an emblematic district of weathered stone facades, hidden cul-de-sacs, porticoes, and stone ramparts. In contrast, the designers have highlighted the lighter side of the city - namely the vibrant colours that bathe the townhouses flanking the River Onyar, along with Girona’s most famous spring celebration - El Temps de Flors (The Time of Flowers).

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7 Ways Real-Time Visualization Can Solve Architectural Challenges

In the dynamic world of architecture, design, and construction, creative problem-solving is crucial for success. Traditional methods often fall short in effectively conveying design intent to clients. Real-time visualization empowers you with a solid decision-making tool that smooths the design process. Discover the power of real-time visualization: Effective Communication Convey your vision clearly and align with clients.